Tech Talk Africa
Welcome to Tech Talk Africa, the podcast that highlights the latest developments from Africa's thriving tech ecosystem. Join us as we explore innovations, challenges, and triumphs of African tech entrepreneurs and developers.
In each episode, we discuss trends shaping Africa's future—from fintech and e-commerce to agritech and healthtech—featuring conversations with those on the ground sharing their insights and experiences.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast or curious about Africa's potential, Tech Talk Africa is your guide to the continent's exciting digital revolution. Get ready to be inspired and informed!
Tech Talk Africa
The Great Firewall of Africa with COO Joseph Mathenge
Tech Talk Africa – Episode 4: The Great Firewall of Africa (Cybersecurity and The Skills Gap)
Guest: Mr. Joseph Mathenge, the Chief Operations Officer at Serianu Limited, an award-winning Pan-African cybersecurity and business consulting firm.
In Episode 4 of Tech Talk Africa, host Stella Gichuhu and guest Joseph Mathenge, COO at Serianu, discuss cybersecurity's link to the human element amid rising cybercrimes in Africa.
Mathenge notes reported incidents are partly due to better reporting and law enforcement. They explore how the digital age creates new "attack vectors" with extensive digital footprints, highlighting the need for greater "situational awareness".
Mathenge concludes by advocating collaboration over competition among businesses and within organizations to fight cyber threats. The episode is a call for a mindset shift toward building capacity in technology, conflict management, and valuing people.
Tune in to Tech Talk Africa E04 and join the conversation that’s dissecting the security of businesses' data across the continent.
Credits
Host:
- Stella Gichuhi
Producer:
- James Njoroge
Executive Producers:
- Harry Hare
- Agutu Dan
Credits
Host:
- Stella Gichuhi
Producer:
- James Njoroge
Executive Producers:
- Harry Hare
- Agutu Dan